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Yacouba better than Mane – Agent

The manager Sogne Yacouba has launched scathing remarks on Asante Kotoko, saying the 50-year-old club of Asanteman lacks the “requisite knowledge needed to manage players”. Gabriel Antwi’s remarks come after the end of relationship between the club and Yacouba. He believes the club’s inability to meet the 150,000 demand for …

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Christian Atsu retires from Black Stars over ‘neglect’

Ghana’s committed and reliable playmaker Christian Atsu has served notice of his decision to quit the Black Stars citing neglect over the injury that ultimately cost him his starting place at Newcastle United, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively report. The patriotic player, who has consistently served Ghana with diligence over for more …

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Korle-Bu doctors threaten to strike over poor coronavirus preparedness

Disgruntled doctors at the Department of Accident and Emergency at the country’s frontline hospital, Korle-Bu, have threatened to lay down their tools and withdraw their services over what they describe as poor level of preparedness of the unit in the fight against the fast-spreading deadly Coronavirus. Citi News reports that the …

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Ghana’s coronavirus case count hits 204

Ghana’s has recorded 204 cases of Coronavirus, confirms the Ghana Health Service. (GHS) Until now, the number of cases recorded stood at 195. According to the GHS, “Since the last situational update, Ghana has confirmed nine additional COVID-19 cases, all from Greater Accra region. Four (4) of them have no history …

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Storm rips off Asankragwa SHS roofing, five kids hospitalised

The roof of the Wassa Amenfi West Municipal Education Office and the Asankragwa Senior High School have been ripped off by a rainstorm that hit the municipality Wednesday afternoon. The rainstorm, which started at 12 noon and lasted for close to three hours, also rendered more than 100 people homeless. …

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Jerome Boateng fined for flouting COVID-19 rules

German football giants, Bayern Munich, have released a statement saying that German defender, Jerome Boateng has been fined. The fine according to the club is because the defender has flouted covid-19 rules set by the German government and the club. According to the club, Jerome left the city without permission …

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Coronavirus: Gov’t begins employment of ‘jobless’ nurses

The Ministry of Health has begun employment of all 2017/18 batch of nursing trainees into various health facilities across the country in the wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo in a national broadcast said such personnel will help deal with a possible surge in infections in the coming days …

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Asante Kotoko and Songne Yacouba finally part ways

Ghana Premier League giants Asante Kotoko and Songne Yacouba have finally parted ways after the latter’s contract expired today. Yacouba joined the Porcupine Warriors on a two-year deal after successful trials in 2018, however, he turned down several contract extensions talks with the club. The 29-year-old has since not featured …

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Our hospital is available to any COVID-19 patient – BoG

The Bank of Ghana seems to have reconsidered its decision to allow only VIPs and its staff who may be infected with Coronavirus to be treated at the Bank of Ghana Hospital. The Central Bank in a statement on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 said the hospital will “be available for …

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Coronavirus: Nigerians get upfront welfare payments

Nigeria has begun handing out four months’ worth of welfare payments upfront in three areas of the oil-rich country that have been placed into lockdown to stop the spread of coronavirus. Beneficiaries of the social security scheme, introduced by President Muhammadu Buhari two years ago, usually receive a monthly payment …

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Jerome Boateng escapes unhurt from a car accident

Jerome Boateng has been involved in a car accident in Germany. Fortunately, the Bayern Munich defender emerged unscathed after losing control of his vehicle and crashing into a protective barrier alongside the A9 motorway. Boateng was travelling to visit his son, with Germany not having introduced restrictions on movement due …

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Jordan Ayew ‘heartbroken’ by death of former Pape Diouf

Ghana and Crystal Palace forward Jordan Ayew is ‘absolutely heartbroken’ by the death of former Marseille President and mentor Pape Diouf. Pape Diouf, who was president of the French giants between 2005 to 2009 died on Tuesday night after suffering from the coronavirus. He was 68. “Absolutely heartbroken. Rest in …

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COVID-19: Cases in Ghana hit 161

Ghana now has 161 cases of the deadly COVID-19, the Ghana Health Service has announced. According to the GHS, nine (9) new cases of COVID-19 have been reported from the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research since the last update on 30th March 2020. All nine (9) cases were reported …

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Messi Confirms 70% Pay Cut For Barca Players, Criticises Board

Lionel Messi confirmed on Monday that Barcelona’s players will take a 70 per cent pay cut and make financial contributions to ensure the club’s other employees are paid in full during the state of alarm in Spain. In a lengthy message posted on his Instagram account, Messi also took another …

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Kotoko open contract talks with Medeama over Justice Blay deal

Justice Blay, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively report. The Porcupine Warriors officially wrote to the Tarkwa-based side on Monday March 30, 2020 seeking to make the loan deal permanent. Blay joined the record Ghana Premier League holders on a season-long loan at the start of the 2019/2020 season. With the midfielder’s current …

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31 out of 152 coronavirus patients in Ghana recover

Reports reaching the desk of Gossips24.com indicates that 31 out of the 152 coronavirus patients in Ghana have recovered. This brings to 31, the total number of recoveries recorded in the country. A total number of 121 patients are therefore remaining, and reports have it that they are actively responding to treatment. …

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GFA consoles families of Opoku Afriyie and Kwasi Owusu

The Ghana Football Association wishes to express its deepest condolences to the families of late Ghana legends Opoku Afriyie and Kwasi Owusu. The GFA received with shock news of the demise of former Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak player Opoku Afriyie on Sunday. The Association was again hit with …

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AC Milan interested in Ghanaian youngster Jeremy Doku

Italian giants AC Milan are interested in signing Belgium born Ghanaian youngster Jeremy Doku in the transfer window. The Rosenerri’s are the latest club to show interest in the high flying youngster following his incredible performances this season with Anderlecht. AC Milan have been monitoring the teen sensation and sent …

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